Chakra tones and meditation - a perfect symbiosis

It is no longer a secret that sounds and vibrations can have a positive effect on our bodies. People have been using rhythmic sounds to enter a deep state of meditation for thousands of years. Energy work with chakras is also based on this principle, in which the frequencies and sounds triggered by the strike of a gong or singing bowl have their very own effect. In this blog post, we take a closer look at how sound work with gongs affects your body and mind. We will show you which chakras can be addressed and exactly how meditation with a gong and singing bowl works.

What is sound meditation with chakra frequencies all about?

Sound meditation with chakra work is a very old and traditional form of meditation. With gentle and intense sounds that trigger vibrations and oscillations in the environment, you can enter a deep state of calm. The entire focus is on yourself and your sensations. This allows you to rediscover access to hidden emotions, longings and desires. Sound meditation is therefore a state that you consciously enter into in order to bring your body and mind into harmony and learn more about yourself. Different tones and their frequencies, which are created during sound play with a gong or singing bowl , address our body's own chakras individually.

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Chakra tones and notes - how to experience the sound journey in all its facets

Numerous sounds can be achieved with a gong. Special tones or notes ensure that you can specifically release blockages and activate chakras. As it is not always so easy to hit the right note, you can work with an instrument specifically for chakras, especially at the beginning of your sound journeys.

Chakra Gong

The most commonly used gongs are those developed especially for chakra work. Thanks to their special shape, they make a variety of sounds possible. The combination of high and low notes appeals to your innermost self and helps you to achieve a deep form of meditation during sound meditation.

Chakra singing bowl

If you already have some experience in the field of sound meditation, you can of course also work with a chakra singing bowl . The singing bowl is particularly suitable for meditation alone, as it is more compact and flexible to use. The sounds that you produce with a chakra singing bowl are also very different from a classic chakra gong.

Chakra Gong Mallets

But you don't always need a special chakra instrument. You can also use a chakra gong mallet to specifically release blockages in your chakras. Olli Hess has developed a chakra gong mallet product line especially for chakra work, with which you can address the seven different chakras. The special feature of the two-colored mallets is that the mallet heads are insulated differently. This allows you to create completely different sounds and frequencies with one mallet and address up to two chakras. Only the Profi Chakra Gong Mallet CH 1 is single-colored and only intended for addressing the crown chakra. The Profi Chakra Gong Mallets are available as a mallet set or individually. Whether you choose a chakra gong, a chakra singing bowl or a chakra mallet always depends on your individual wishes.

What chakras and chakra tones are there?

In order to be able to engage intensively with sound work, you first need to know which chakras there are. Each of the seven chakras has its own tasks and qualities. If a chakra is weakened or blocked, this has an effect on the soul and often causes physical and psychological problems.

1. the root chakra - Muladhara Chakra

The center of the root chakra is located directly at the coccyx, i.e. the lower end of the spine. It is a symbol of vitality and stability. It is not uncommon for us to feel our very own connection to nature and ourselves in our root chakra. We find the balance of our lives in the root chakra. To strengthen the root chakra, sound work with chakra tones focuses primarily on deep, rhythmic sounds. The professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 4 from ollihess - specially developed for the root chakra - is particularly suitable for this purpose.

2. the sacral chakra - Svadisthana Chakra

The center of the sacral chakra is located in our body a few centimeters below the navel, just above the pubic bone. The sacral chakra is the symbol of joie de vivre, creativity, love, sensation and pleasure. If the sacral chakra is in balance, it is easy for us to engage with other people and go through life creatively. To address the sacral chakra, you can focus on soft, darker tones during sound meditation. Working with a gong, which can unfold its full power in combination with an ollihess gong mallet, is also a good option here.

3. the solar plexus chakra (also called navel chakra) - Manipura chakra

The solar plexus chakra, which is sometimes also referred to as the navel chakra, is located approximately at the level of our stomach. It is assumed that this is where our personality is located - with all its many facets. Our personal goals, desires and needs therefore also make up the solar plexus chakra. This area is also considered to be our body's own energy reserve. To activate the solar plexus chakra, you should focus on very specific sounds during sound meditation. The professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 3 from ollihess is ideal for this, as its gentle sounds address the solar plexus chakra and the heart chakra.

4. the heart chakra - Anahata Chakra

The heart chakra is the seat of love and affection. It sits directly above our heart and also stands for selflessness, devotion and beauty. The heart chakra is particularly accessible to frequencies of all kinds, as versatility also plays an important role here. The harmonious sound play, in which bright and deep tones are combined, particularly appeals to this area of our body. Gentle vibrations can be used to release disturbances in the heart chakra and reawaken the life energy. To address the heart chakra, we recommend our professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 3. It enables versatile chimes with a gong or singing bowl.

5. the throat chakra - Vishuddha Chakra

The center of the throat chakra is located directly on our throat, more precisely at the level of the larynx. It is considered the center of our communicative abilities: Conversation with others is influenced by our throat chakra, as is the perception of our inner voice. Disorders in this area can lead to communication difficulties, particularly with regard to our own feelings. Our professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 2, which has been specially tailored to the needs of the throat chakra, is ideal for activating the throat chakra and gaining clarity about your own wishes. The fantastic sound of this mallet comes into its own in combination with a chakra gong.

6. the forehead chakra - Ajna Chakra

With our forehead chakra, we perceive subliminal things, statements and impressions that cannot be conveyed by the eyes and ears alone. The forehead chakra is also known as the 'third eye' - a place of intuition, primal instincts and the mind. However, the constant development of our self, shaped by experiences and adventures, is also processed and promoted in the forehead chakra. In order to activate the brow chakra, lighter tones in particular are sought. This can increase mental activity, memory and our intuition. With our professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH2, you can specifically address the Ajna chakra on your sound instrument and set energies in motion.

7. the crown chakra - Sahasrara Chakra

The crown chakra, also known as the crown chakra, is located at the highest point of our head. Responsible for our thinking, the crown chakra not only significantly influences our mood, but also ourselves. Freedom and trust in God are anchored in the crown chakra, always supported by a special spirituality. In order to activate the crown chakra, we aim for very harmonious and calm tones when chanting. The professional Chakra Gong Mallet CH 1 from ollihess was designed to hit exactly these notes. It is not only suitable for chakra gong meditations, but also for sound journeys and sound concerts.

How does the Chakra Gong meditation work?

You should take enough time for a chakra meditation with a gong. In addition to the actual meditation, it is important that you also allow yourself some peace and quiet and time for yourself afterwards. This allows you to let the vibrations work on you and draw on the energy that the sounds give you. How long you want to relax to the sounds of gong meditation is of course up to you. Just a few minutes can have an intense effect on our body, but several hours are also possible.

This is how it works:

1. start with a breathing exercise

When meditating with a chakra gong or special chakra mallets, you always start with a relaxing breathing exercise. This helps you to arrive in the right place and let go of all the stressful thoughts of everyday life. This allows you to calm down and prepare yourself physically and mentally to enter the world of chakra frequencies.

2. assume a comfortable position

Then assume a position that is comfortable for you, one that allows you to relax completely but is also well suited to the chime. Position yourself in front of or next to the gong so that you can play it with a chakra mallet.

3. apply a special Chakra Mallet

Gently swing the Chakra Mallet so that the vibrations can spread throughout the room. You can decide for yourself whether you prefer to produce low or high tones with the gong in order to fulfill your innermost wishes.

Our tip: If you want to release a blockage in a specific chakra, special chakra mallets are particularly suitable. Each Mallet enables a unique sound play, which is specially tuned to the individual chakras in the Chakra Mallets. This allows you to target the blockages and actively work against them.

Energy and sound work with chakra frequencies

Meditation with a chakra gong, a singing bowl or a chakra mallet speaks to your innermost being in two ways: through the calming sounds and the gentle vibrations. They take up the entire room and vibrate deep into your body. This makes it possible to gently activate the chakras. There are a variety of different frequencies. To get the best out of your own energy and sound work, you should therefore vary according to your feelings and wishes. In addition to major differences between chakra gongs and chakra singing bowls , it also depends on which chakra mallet you choose. With the ollihess mallets, you can feel the variety of chakras with tones and notes - even on gongs and singing bowls that are not specifically tuned to chakra frequencies.